Major Gifts Officer bei Southern Maine Agency on Aging

Position Title:  Major Gifts Officer

Employment Status: Full-time - Exempt

Number of hours per week:  40 hours

At Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA), we believe aging should be filled with community, connection, and purpose. Every day, we serve as a trusted partner to thousands of older adults and their families across our community - providing meals, support, care, education, resources, and advocacy that help people thrive as they age.

Now, we’re looking for a Major Gifts Officer who can help us deepen and expand this impact.

Why This Role Matters

As Major Gifts Officer, you’ll do more than raise money - you’ll unlock possibilities. By building authentic relationships with donors and aligning their passions with SMAA’s mission, you’ll ensure older adults in receive the support, services, and respect they need. Every conversation, every connection, and every gift you inspire will directly contribute to stronger, healthier communities.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, the Major Gifts Officer will be responsible for the following:  

• Develop and steward a portfolio of generous and prospective donors - building genuine, lasting relationships.
• Translate SMAA’s vision and programs into powerful giving opportunities that spark donor engagement.
• Personally solicit gifts and design customized strategies to grow donor support over time.
• Partner with the Advancement Team to create inspiring donor experiences and communications.
• Spend your time where it matters most: out in the community, connecting with donors and champions of SMAA’s mission.

Non-Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Knowledge Requirements:  The following education requirements are considered essential:

• A bachelor’s degree and at least 2+ years of success in major gifts, sales, business development, or other relationship-driven roles.
• A proven ability to create strategies that lead to real results.
• Excellent communication skills, a collaborative spirit, and the confidence to build rapport with people of all backgrounds.
• A self-starter mentality - you thrive in an independent, goal-driven environment while also valuing teamwork.

Benefits:  

• Vacation time
• Sick time
• 13 holidays per year
• Dental and vision insurance
• Medical – 100% paid premiums
• Accident and critical illness insurance
• 403B Retirement Plan
• Life insurance, income protection plan, and long-term disability insurance.
• Hybrid work model, flexible schedule

Why Join SMAA?
When you join SMAA, you’re not just taking a job - you’re taking on a mission. You’ll be part of a dedicated team making our community a better place to grow older. You’ll shape stories of impact, inspire generosity, and know that your work directly touches lives every single day.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the right fit for this position.

The position is open until filled 

SMAA is an equal-opportunity employer